Pressed powder pellets
matrix matched
nano-particulate
ultrahomogeneous
extremely pure
binder free
PCM
PCM
UB-N-NP
Classification
Processed MaterialCategory
Ultramafic rocksLocation
Col de BagenellesMatrix
SerpentiniteAssigned values
Major elements, Trace elementsField of application
Igneous petrology, Bulk geochemistrySuitable for
Ultramafic rocks
Ultramafic rocks are characterised by very low silica (SiO2) content of <45 m/m%. and low potassium. Their principal mineralogy is comprised of Mg and Fe-rich minerals such as pyroxenes and olivine. The Earth's mantle consists of ultramafic rocks. Another term used to describe these rocks is ultrabasic, which includes rocks, that have a low silica content, but are not high in Mg and Fe i.e. carbonatites and ultrapotassic igneous rocks.
